There are never full photos of the mechanicals and basement and roof line so you will never have even a bare inkling of what the potential repairs will be.

Are there any key factors or metrics you look for when analyzing a neighborhood's potential?

Smart investors first focus on finding quality properties—such as those in thriving areas of Brooklyn or potential neighborhoods around Manhattan—and then reverse engineer the process by improving management, optimizing rental structures, or enhancing facilities to make it worthwhile.

The properties are well located in Denver with value add potential and all rents are currently well below market. 

Lots of older houses but there seem to be several that have the potential for cash flow and while not exactly modern on the outside, have been renovated inside. 

What is quality of all the tenants on existing and potential?

Risk Management:Every investment has risks, and real estate is no different.

In terms of maintenance, they are generally safer because you are not responsible for the exterior and common areas and potential leaks, etc.

I recently acquired my first primary residence and am seeing ways I can best utilize the space for real estate investing. The property is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath (one of the rooms is the master with its bathroom and acces...

Throughout my career as a real estate investor and CEO, I have learned valuable lessons on maximizing the potential of each unit in a property.